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In 1933, a wood mill was converted into the current hydroelectric power plant. Along the right bank of the Selbitz River, the 1.60-meter-high pipes run 1,855 meters in length, with a drop of 37.4 meters, carrying water from the weir to the water tower and from there into the power plant. During the summer months, on Sundays and public holidays, and when the water level is sufficient, a 28-meter-high water fountain can be seen at the power plant, delighting hikers.

The arched bridge of the Höllentalbahn, which ran between Triptis and Marxgrün, was in use from 1895 to 1945. After that, the railway line leading to Thuringia was discontinued. The Selbitz Viaduct is now a lost place.

A remarkable wooden bridge over the Selbitz River and a very popular photo subject in the Höllental Valley. According to legend, the Prince of Hell was once seen on the Devil's Bridge.

The Rennsteig Trail ends at this bridge—the border between Thuringia and Bavaria. Here, the pebbles collected from the Werra in Hörschel are transferred to the Selbitz River.

Anton Wiede, the owner of the Rosenthal paper mill in Blankenstein, had this tower built in 1903. His factory was celebrating its 20th anniversary at the time. From the top, you have a beautiful view of Blankenstein and the Franconian Forest.

The green ribbon bridge was built in 2009, financed by EU funds and the former municipality of Pottiga & the municipality of Berg The ceremonial inauguration took place on November 8, 2009, almost exactly 20 years after the border was opened, in the presence of many visitors and guests of honor It leads to the Blumenaumühle and the hiking trails on the Franconian side. Source and further information www.pottiga.de/sehenswertes.php5

The small Blankenstein (Saale) train station is ideal for Rennsteig hikers. Unfortunately, the route does not continue all the way to Bavaria.

A wooden bridge over the Sebnitz, partly with different roofs, a truly magnificent construction.